Poa Poa Bungalows

Hotels
9.3 (171 reviews)
Kiwengwa Beach , Kiwengwa , tz

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Great location
Cons:
Hard mattresses
Occasional cleanliness issue

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
The reviews imply clean rooms but one review mentioned discomfort due to hard mattresses.
Service
9.98
Guests frequently praised the attentive and friendly staff.
Location
9.52
Multiple reviews noted the hotel’s ideal location near the beach and excursions.
Room Quality
8.97
Rooms are described as clean and well-equipped.
Amenities
9
Standard amenities mentioned positively overall.
Value for Money
9.46
Guests felt they received great value given the quality of service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.51
The food quality, especially breakfast, received high praise.
Overall Experience
9.48
Overall positive experiences reported; many would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:37

Property Description

Relax in Paradise at Poa Poa Bungalows

Outdoor Swimming Pool and Private Beach Area: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or soak up the sun on the private beach area just steps away from Kiwengwa Beach.

Delicious Dining and Scenic Views: Indulge in delectable meals at the on-site restaurant while taking in breathtaking views of the garden and sea. Selected rooms offer stunning sea views for a truly memorable stay.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions: With room service, free WiFi, and luggage storage, your comfort is our priority. Explore nearby attractions like Kichwele Forest Reserve and Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park for a memorable experience.

Experience the beauty of Zanzibar at Poa Poa Bungalows. Book your stay now for a relaxing getaway by the beach.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 171 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 9.98
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 8.97
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 9.46
Food and Beverage: 9.51
Overall Experience: 9.48
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ANDREAS solo_traveller cy
9
2026-09-12 via Nuitee
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Marina solo_traveller ch
10
2026-09-10 via Nuitee
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Pascale couple fr
9
un petit bijou posé au bord de l eau
Pros:

petite structure avec peu de chambres les pieds dans l eau. décoration dans la chambre et jardin soignés. excellente cuisine raffinée et copieuse. très bonne literie. belle piscine.

Cons:

la carte pour la demi pension pourrait changer au fil des jours car quand on reste une semaine, on revient vers les mêmes plats.

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
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Attilio solo_traveller ke
8
Sono stato bene
Pros:

Colazione ok
Posizione ok
Bello quando fanno il matrimonio

Cons:

Va bene cosi

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
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Stefania extended_group it
9
2026-09-05 via Nuitee
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Chris couple gb
10
The only bad experience in the whole week was leaving
2026-09-03 via Nuitee
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Manuela couple de
9
Tolle kleine Hotelanlage mit gutem Restaurant und sehr netten Personal
Pros:

Es war ein wunderschöner Urlaub. Leider waren wir nur 4 Tage dort. Das Hotel sehr schön gelegen, gemütlich klein und überschaubar. Das fantastische Frühstück kann auf der Terrasse direkt am Meer eingenommen werden. Auch das Restaurant ist super. Ich habe dort den besten gegrillte Thunfisch gegessen.

Cons:

Ich fand unser Zimmer (Nr8) etwas klein und die Terrasse war nicht einladend.

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple rs
9
Pros:

What a place! The location is absolutely incredible, with direct access to the beach, and our ocean-view bungalow made it even more special.

But the real highlight was the food. Honestly, some of the best food I can remember having anywhere. The grilled octopus was absolutely outstanding, the black pepper tuna was fantastic, and the avocado toast with poached egg was simply perfect. We genuinely looked forward to every meal.

Beautiful location, amazing ocean views and truly exceptional food. An unforgettable stay!

Cons:

The main downside for us was the lack of privacy. Our bungalow was right next to the pool, so you could hear everything happening there, making it difficult to have real peace and quiet.

The same applies to the terrace and sun loungers in front of the bungalow. Since people constantly pass by on their way to the beach, there is very little privacy. We were also frequently approached by people trying to sell something, asking for money or simply stopping to talk, while the security guard regularly had to intervene.

It’s a shame, because the location itself is absolutely beautiful.

2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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Melissa couple ca
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Maria solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

Es un paraiso.

Cons:

Nada

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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daffre solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

Tutto dallo staff alla struttura alla pulizia al cibo! Un paradiso!

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Davide couple it
10
Un piccolo gioiellino
Pros:

Struttura graziosa e curata, sulla spiaggia e con accesso diretto al mare.
Staff super disponibile e gentile.
Ci hanno consentito di usare la camera anche l’ultimo giorno, per tutto il pomeriggio fino alla partenza, pagando un piccolo supplemento.
Ristorante valido e cibo gustoso, con diversi piatti del giorno.

Cons:

Niente da segnalare.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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sollilo solo_traveller fr
9
Pros:

L'emplacement, les chambres, le restaurant.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Carlos solo_traveller pt
9
Pros:

Simpatia do pessoal, localização e a qualidade das refeições. Ambiente acolhedor e cuidado.

Cons:

Maior cuidado com as toalhas da casa de banho, têm o desgaste do uso.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Bego solo_traveller es
10
Hotel de 10 muy muy bien.
Pros:

Impresionante hotel .
Quiero agradecer al equipo del hotel por hacer que nuestra estancia fuera tan agradable. Desde la llegada me sentí bien atendida. La habitación estaba muy limpia y cuidada, y el personal siempre mostró una actitud amable y profesional. Destaco especialmente la excelente atención al cliente y el ambiente acogedor.
La comida muy buena y variada con mucho gusto de presentacion y saberes auténticos.
Gracias por vuestra hospitalidad.
¡Espero volver pronto!

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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philippe solo_traveller fr
9
Petit cocon
Pros:

Superbe petit ensemble, joliment décoré face à l océan et à une jolie piscine. On s y est très bien senti. Chambre et salle de bain très propre et très mignonne. Très calme nous avons bien dormi.
Tout est parfait, romantique, simple.

Cons:

L emplacement un peu restreint entre qq gros hôtels. La population parfois un peu insistante malgré la surveillance de la sécurité.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
9
Poa Poa - Fantastic Stay
Pros:

The property is located right on the beach. The accommodation rooms are rustic and have lots of charm. We had breakfast and had dinner on a couple of nights - both excellent. All staff were fab. Rooms spotlessly clean and cleaned everyday. Great location - you can walk to other restaurants along the beach. Has sun beds on the beach and around the pool. If you want a peaceful, relaxing holiday this is the place for you - small and friendly. The shampoo, shower gel and soap all local and really good. I would have no hesitation in recommending this property. Thanks, Susie

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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silvia family_with_children it
10
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Lucas couple fr
10
Séjour parfait !
Pros:

Tout était parfait, merci encore à l’ensemble du personnel pour leur gentillesse tout au long de notre séjour, vous nous manquez ! 🙏🏼
Le bungalow était magnifique rénové récemment et très propre, piscine très bien entretenue, très bon restaurant !
Nous recommandons à 1000% ! 😊

Cons:

Rien tout était parfait

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Peter couple nz
10
We didn't want to leave really
Pros:

Poa poa (good good) was exactly what we prefer. It is not a big resort with a lot of noise and heaps of people. You walk on to the beach straight from your bungalow. At breakfast you get served at your table and the food at night was exceptional especially the tuna. Our bungalow was adequate with a comfy bed and good shower. John who manages the place already for 7 years knows island life and is a pleasure to deal with always ready to answer any question. Beach is not a real swimming beach but we enjoyed the long walks either side of the resort. Monday night was music night with a really good 3 piece band who played island music. There are two bikes available if you wish to use them for a quick visit to the ATM. We interacted with all staff who all made our 5 night stay memorable.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee